Pride And Prejudice (DVD) > Reviews

Advantages: A sharp script and good performances
Disadvantages: Keira Kngihtley's sniggering

...BBC mini-series, "Charles II: The Pride and the Passion" (see, it even sounds a bit like his current project). However, his television origins make themselves known in his chocolate box visuals that appear to have been sponsored by the Derbyshire tourist board. Not that there's anything wrong with misty pastoral panoramas (they are beautifully shot, after all), it's just that they add to the national trust gentrification of our history that ignores ... Read review

Advantages: Stunning scenery, good cast, nice extras, amazing film!
Disadvantages: none

...Hill et al), Jane Austin's Pride and Prejudice, and film, all in one sentence. Wow. My Mum and I had been anticipating this one for a very long time. We practically leapt out of our seats in excitement when we first saw the trailers. I am a massive fan of British Films, the majority of which have been produced by Working Title - Shaun of the Dead, Bridget Jones, Four Weddings and A Funeral… to name but a few. I am also a huuuuge fan of costume dramas. ... Read review

Advantages: Matthew MacFadyen's Darcy
Disadvantages: Low on action. One to see with the girls.

Pride and Prejudice is the story of Elizabeth Bennet, one of a family of five sisters in a English lower gentry family at the start of the 19th century. Their mother is determined to see them married and secure because their estate is entailed to pass to their nearest male relative on their father's death. The BBC filmed a TV series of Pride and Prejudice which first aired in 1995 and starred Jennifer Ehle as Elizabeth Bennet and Colin Firth as ... Read review

Advantages: A lovely love story, funny, great houses and acting
Disadvantages: Unable to include all the details of the book

...each other and their own pride which stops them seeing things differently. We have Mrs Bennet who loves her daughters and this drives her to find husbands. Jane the eldest daughter is seen as a slightly motherly character and one who keeps her emotions to herself which is not a good thing when trying to attract a man. Elizabeth is next, a strong-willed young woman who is not afraid to question things and not prepared to settle for a quiet life ... Read review

Advantages: Fun, great performances, wonderful music and photography
Disadvantages: Not everyone will like the slightly modernised feel, problematic pacing in the first section

...those now?!?!? :-O ) Anyway, Pride & Prejudice is about the Bennett family, the parents and 5 young daughters. The father seems to be getting on a bit despite the youthfulness of his progeny, and Mrs Bennett is the over-dramatic type, so thoughts of what will happen when he's gone abound. Due to an ancient law however his estate cannot be inherited by any of his daughters - the archetypal legislation demands that only a male heir can inherit. ... Read review

Advantages: Actors' performances, not too serious.
Disadvantages: Sometimes confusing.

...I'm glad to say that Pride and Prejudice was not the same. I was impressed by the cast members' performances, they all seemed to successfully pull-off their characters roles. I think this is because most of the characters are very well developed, but I feel some could have been portrayed in a more obvious way. It was often hard to decide what a character was feeling, but this didn't happen too often. The only downside is that sometimes parts of ... Read review

Advantages: Beautifully made with brilliant performances and locations.
Disadvantages: U.K ending is slightly disappointing.

...came in the form of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. Therefore, when I found out they were making a film [released in 2005] I had to see it. As soon as it was out on DVD I nipped to the shops and bought it. The story centres around the Bennet family. In particular, the tale of Elizabeth Bennet [Keira Knightley]. The Bennet family comprises of Mr and Mrs Bennet [Donald Sutherland and Brenda Blethyn] and their five daughters; Jane [Rosamund ... Read review

Advantages: a wonderful movie
Disadvantages: no outtakes, things left out

...nomination for her performance in Pride in Prejudice, but the Oscar went to Reese Witherspoon, Walk the Line. Other movies with her are "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Bend it like Beckham", "King Arthur", "Star Wars" and "Domino". Matthew McFadyen as Mr. Darcy Mr. Darcy is a very cold person who seems to be very unfriendly and proud. He doesn´t let anyone look inside him. Matthew McFadyen was a great Mr. Darcy: good-looking, cold, but incredibly ... Read review

Advantages: Great characters, scenery
Disadvantages: A little long

Considering this movie is essentially two hours in which absolutely nothing really happens, I enjoyed this movie. This is very surprising for someone like me - normally I feel like I have wasted my time after watching a movie like this, but I think they did an excellent job on this film. First of all, the scenery is exactly like it should have been. The set was perfect in every way for me. All of the houses, the halls, the clothing, everything ... Read review

Advantages: An enjoyable, beautifully made film.
Disadvantages: Depth of characterization not always perfect.

A wonderful adaptation of the famous novel by Jane Austen for the screen. The film has been expertly directed and produced with a marvelous soundtrack to accompany it. Quality actors abound in this production, the lead character- Keira Knightley plays Elizabeth and does a brilliant job in portraying the character.Donald Sutherland plays her father and with his usual subtle charm. All actors give an accurate and professional portrayal of the characters, ... Read review

Advantages: an amazing film which makes you love your mother for not being like mrs bennet!
Disadvantages: it ended so suddenly! i wanted more

...of dating the stately homes of pride and prejudice the bennets the life and times of Jane Austen on set diaries Audio commentary galleries of the 19th century family tree alternate US ending ( which i havn't seen yet!) I havn't tried any of these features yet so i can't comment. running time: approx 2hrs 1 min extras approx 42mins RATED - U (suitable for all) ... Read review

Advantages: Charming with excellent acting and beautiful locations
Disadvantages: Not suited to adrenalin junkies.

This is a wonderful adaptation for one reason. It doesn't rely on spectacular special effects, nor on CGI. It is simply filled with great acting and beatiful locations which make it a hit. Keira Knightley is a wonderfully stubborn, headstrong and independant Elizabeth Bennet, opposite a perfectly cast, deep voiced Matthew Macfadyen as Darcy. The chemistry the share when together is perfect, and embodies the feelings the characters have for each ... Read review